Under Armour Recalls Chin Straps for Football Helmets Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-11-03 · 12035
Hazards
The metal snap that connects the chin strap to the helmet has sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard when the user's metal snap comes into contact with another player.
Recall
Number
12035
Date
2011-11-03
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
UA Defender Chin Straps
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Sporting goods stores and Under Armour outlet stores nationwide and at www.underarmour.com from January 2008 through September 2011 for about $20.
Importer(s)
JR286, Inc., of Redondo Beach, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves all UA Defender Chin Straps. They were sold in the following colors: white and black, red, midnight, navy and royal and have a hard nylon shell, a padded chin area and a plastic strap with "Under Armour" printed on it. The chin straps have metal clasps that tighten the straps and attach them to the helmet.